Crisp White Shirt: This Black Girls Style And Standard

By Kimberly Padgett Morrison

The author of reflective, funny, and thought-provoking articles and stories exploring life as an African American woman raised in the south. Kimberly, native of Jacksonville, Florida mother, wife, marketer and stylist has received numerous awards to include the APTA Innovation Award for Best Comprehensive

• Language: English
• Publisher: Hemingway Publishers
• Release date: Feb 12, 2024
• ISBN: 9798869078438

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CRISP WHITE

THIS BLACK GIRLS STYLE AND STANDARD

Volume 1

By

Kimberly Padgett Morrison

Copyright © 2023 By Kimberly Padgett Morrison

All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the written permission of the author.

Published by: Hemingwaypublishers

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Acknowledgement

This written work is a testimonial of what investing in yourself can look like. The journey was both easy and challenging at the same time. It was easy to allow my worldview to make it onto the pages of Crisp White Shirt but challenging to put the time and energy that I sow into others into myself. Crisp White Shirt explores and celebrates living your unapologetically authentic self. I dedicate the completion in part to those who are examples of living their lives loud, bold, and proud. The following have voices that move mountains and mend fences.

Bertha Padgett, you are not just my incredible mother but the brand standard, the classic example, and the giver of unconditional yet truthful love.

My husband, Douglas, thank you for taking the journey of life and self-discovery with me. I especially love that you still think I’m cute.

To the two I gave birth to, who remain my creative muse, Morgan Taylor and Jonathon Thomas, and to my Daddy Reuben Padgett for letting me always be your little girl.

Special thanks to some chicks that I think the sun and moon set on due to your friendship, I am grateful for the love, life, and shenanigans I share with the Goody Goods, Pearls of Perfection, and the Great Eight.

Stay Tuned! Volume Two will be a Whole Vibe.

Author’s Bio

Kimberly Padgett–Morrison is an author with a reflective, funny, yet thought-provoking voice. Her stories explore life as an African American woman raised and living in the South. Kimberly is a native of Jacksonville, FL. She is a mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend. She is an Award Winning Marketer with 25 years of experience. Crisp White Shirt is her first published work.

In Crisp White Shirt Volume One, Kimberly tells a simple story of life as a well-read, well-raised, well-educated, and well-spoken young woman in the midst of societal chaos that is growing up Black on the heels of the civil rights movement. She, with wit and candor, takes readers on a journey of self-exploration and self-discovery. It is an uncanny Coming of Middle Age story. She is also a proud featured writer on the Hallmark Mahogany platform with the article "I Hate My Job."

Foreword

In Crisp White Shirt: This Black Girl's Style and Standards, Kimberly Padgett Morrison invites readers on a compelling journey through the intersections of history, style, and personal standards. Drawing from her own experiences, Kimberly Padgett Morrison eloquently explores the significance of maintaining standards in a world where societal norms seem to be evolving. Through poignant reflections on her upbringing, encounters with racial tensions, and the influence of iconic fashion movements, she paints a vivid picture of the resilience and grace embodied by black women throughout history.

As Kimberly Padgett Morrison delves into the chapters, readers will find themselves immersed in a narrative that intertwines fashion, societal expectations, and personal identity. Her candid storytelling and unwavering commitment to upholding standards offer invaluable insights for anyone seeking to navigate life's complexities with dignity and purpose. Crisp White Shirt is not just a book; it's a testament to the enduring legacy of black excellence and the power of self-expression through style and grace.

Through this book, Kimberly Padgett Morrison challenges readers to embrace their individuality, honor their heritage, and uphold the timeless standards that have shaped black culture for generations. It celebrates resilience, self-discovery, and the enduring influence of style as a form of silent yet powerful expression. As you are about to step on this literary journey, may you be inspired to embrace your own standards, define your style, and